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"The preparations for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) have begun, and world leaders are convening in Addis Ababa this week to take stock of progress since the 2015 Addis Ababa Action Agenda. Official development assistance (ODA) has proven critical, making tangible differences in reducing poverty, improving health and education outcomes, and building resilient infrastructure in developing countries. However, many developing countries rely heavily on ODA to fund essential public services and meet the Sustainable Development Goals. As we look ahead to FfD4, it will be crucial for developed countries to commit to clear, time-bound plans for increasing their ODA to reach and exceed the 0.7% target. Additional ODA will be essential for helping developing countries cope with the impacts of climate change, pandemics, and other emerging global threats. Fulfilling and surpassing ODA commitments is critical as we work to strengthen the global partnership for financing sustainable development. I'm hopeful the FfD4 conference will result in tangible progress toward this goal.

Arif Goheer Executive Director GCISC rightly said Readiness is the key to reap benefits from the developments taking place after operationalization of #Article6 of the #ParisAgreement. "We are more active and robust to benefit from the carbon market trading.There is a huge financial gap in materializing #NDC based #carbon #emissions reduction targets. We will be focussing on the role of private sector in the mitigation and adaptation intervnetions in the third NDC documents", says Dr Arif at Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI)'s policy dialogue on Post COP29 Operationalization of Article 6 of the Paris Agreement

Socio-economic development for a durable recovery Samir AITA Presentation at ESCWA Workshop on SDG 16 in the Post-Conflict Phase: How to Strengthen Public Governance for Sustainable Recovery Amman, Jordan, April 29, 2024 https://lnkd.in/giEGy45g

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🌍✨ Reflecting on the recent Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-10) in Addis Ababa, it's clear that innovative solutions are paramount in the fight against poverty amidst today's complex challenges, notably climate change. 💡💼 Delegates passionately underscored the pivotal role of #climateaction in realizing sustainable development goals, recognizing its power to alleviate vulnerabilities and safeguard Africa's economic, social, and environmental well-being. As the forum concluded, a sense of hope prevailed, highlighting Africa's resilience and abundant resources as key assets in the battle against climate change. 🌱💪 Through collaboration and ingenuity, the continent stands poised to forge a path toward sustainable development, with climate action at its core. Discover more about the discussions and outcomes of ARFSD-10 here ⬇ https://lnkd.in/d3CeKBCR #industryupdates #cleanenergy #climatechange #sdg7 #energyaccess

🌊 Medays 2024 Day 2 Panel under the theme: Blue Economy anc Maritime Sovereignty: Navigating New Frontiers in Africa development Unlocking Africa's Maritime Potential through the Blue Economy 🌍 The blue economy offers a transformative opportunity for sustainable growth, particularly in Africa, where marine resources are key to economic and environmental resilience. Coastal nations are striving to balance economic development with marine conservation, addressing global challenges such as overfishing, pollution, and climate change. Morocco, under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, is spearheading an ambitious Atlantic cooperation initiative. By developing advanced port infrastructure and blue economy zones in the southern provinces, the country aims to become a regional hub for seafood processing and trade, supporting local communities through marine conservation and vocational training. Across the continent: Kenya focuses on sustainable aquaculture for food security and coastal protection. Senegal invests in modernizing ports and fishery management. South Africa prioritizes marine biodiversity, eco-tourism, and ocean renewable energy. While progress is evident, challenges remain—insufficient infrastructure, weak regulatory frameworks, and limited investment hinder full maritime potential. A unified roadmap and stronger collaboration among governments, private sectors, and civil society are essential for Africa’s sustainable blue economy. 💡 Questions for reflection has been asked : How can African countries enhance maritime sovereignty and resource management? What innovative solutions can combat illegal fishing and overexploitation? How can regional cooperation and technology drive sustainable maritime growth? The panel highlighted how the blue economy can propel Africa toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 14: “Life Below Water.” #blueeconom #SDG's #SDG14

Development planning is a key transformative tool to strengthen resilience and sustainable development in Africa African countries should effectively deploy development planning as a transformative tool to strengthen resilience and sustainable development in an era of unrelenting crises, according to panelists at a side event on development planning titled “Leveraging Digital Technologies for Integrated Planning to Advance the SDGs and Agenda 2063 in Times of Multiple Crisis” in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Read More 👉 https://lnkd.in/d2HW78Ni

The 11th Pan African Regional Conference covering the twin topics of mobility and air quality kicked off today in Nairobi, Kenya It brought together representation from several African Countries: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, Mozambique, Rwanda, Malawi,Nigeria, and Ghana Theme; ‘leveraging electric mobility and sustainable transport for clean air and low carbon pathways in Africa’ Various issues discussed including population growth; vehicular population growth; sustainable cities; healthy societies; clean fuels; vehicle import policies ( used vehicles) Key concepts converged on mass transit systems; right to mobility ( not a car); and affordability Discussions will also advance the aspirations of Africa Union 2063 Agenda Convened jointly by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) India and the National Environment Management Authority- Kenya

H.E. Dr. Hala H. Elsaid, Minister of Planning and Economic Development, is sharing her insights as part of the sustainable communities roundtable at the UN Global Compact Network Egypt Annual Forum: "It is a pleasure to join you all today. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the UN Global Compact Network in Egypt for organizing this event. #Egypt believes that localization and community-driven development are pivotal for progress in #Africa and are integral to our vision for 2030." H.E. Dr. Elsaid highlighted key elements of Egypt's policies for sustainable communities: inclusive planning, data gathering, efficient resource allocation, and knowledge sharing. She emphasized the 'Decent Life' initiative, which aims to enhance the lives of over 60 million rural Egyptians and embodies Egypt's commitment to reducing poverty and improving living standards. "We launched reports to localize the SDGs across Egypt's 27 governorates. Our competitiveness index at the governorate level, introduced with the Egyptian National Competitiveness Council, is set to boost productivity and local institutions' effectiveness." H.E. Dr. Elsaid also discussed efforts in waste management and sustainable agriculture, with the 'Green Village' program empowering communities to manage resources effectively. "Our achievements, such as the Tarsheed Green Certificate awarded to Nahatai El Gharbeya, highlight our successful partnerships with civil society and the private sector. At COP27, we unveiled initiatives to share Egypt’s best practices with other African nations." "Egypt is dedicated to advancing the global sustainable development goals, recognizing the importance of local community development." #UNGCNE #Sustainability #PathwaysToSustainableAfrica #EconomicDevelopment #UNGCNEFORUM #privatesector #sustainablecommunities #sdg17

Sustainable Africa: creating value through Made by Africa Initiatives #UNECA #WorldBank #AfDB #OECD #IntegrateAfrica #AfricanUnion #MadeByAfrica #OneAfrica • Accelerating productive transformation through industrialization is at the center of Africa’s agenda towards sustainable development. • Structural transformation, competitiveness, recovery, resilience and inclusive prosperity is importance in the current geopolitical context. • The task ahead is to promote effective collaboration among policy makers, investors, manufacturers, and merchandize through Made by Africa initiative. AfrogateResearch.net - Knowledge Empowerment, Research Visibility, and Impact